2005 Scion xA vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Scion | Audi |
| Model | xA | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
